Monsters

I saw an audition by Iam Tongi on American Idol that has really reverberated all through me. Iam is from Hawaii and lost his dad, who sang with him and encouraged his love for music, two months ago. He sang, “Monsters” by James Blunt.

The song is completely amazing. I had never heard the song before and didn’t know James Blunt.

Lyrics

Oh, before they turn off all the lights
I won’t read you your wrongs or your rights
The time has gone
I’ll tell you goodnight, close the door
Tell you I love you once more
The time has gone
So here it is

I’m not your son, you’re not my father
We’re just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you’re sleeping I’ll try to make you proud
So, daddy, won’t you just close your eyes?
Don’t be afraid, it’s my turn
To chase the monsters away

Oh, well, I’ll read a story to you
Only difference is this one is true
The time has gone
I folded your clothes on the chair
I hope you sleep well, don’t be scared
The time has gone
So here it is

I’m not your son, you’re not my father
We’re just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you’re sleeping I’ll try to make you proud
So, daddy, won’t you just close your eyes?
Don’t be afraid, it’s my turn
To chase the monsters away

Sleep a lifetime
Yes, and breathe a last word
You can feel my hand on your own
I will be the last one
So I’ll leave a light on
Let there be no darkness, in your heart

But I’m not your son, you’re not my father
We’re just two grown men saying goodbye
No need to forgive, no need to forget
I know your mistakes and you know mine
And while you’re sleeping I’ll try to make you proud
So, daddy, won’t you just close your eyes?
Don’t be afraid, it’s my turn
To chase the monsters away

Source: Musixmatch

Songwriters: Jimmy Hogarth / James Blunt / Amy Victoria Wadge

Monsters lyrics © Cookie Jar Music Llp, Emi Music Publishing Ltd

This is James Blunt, who wrote the song, singing to his dad.

This is 18 year old Iam Tongi singing the song for his audition on American Idol.

I’m completely blown away. I’ve been watching “reactions” to Tongi’s audition, with people just overflowing. The audition has boosted the views of James Blunt and his original video, plus captured the hearts of people everywhere. Absolutely amazing.